What is DTF white ink used for?

It is the white underbase in direct-to-film printing. It goes down on the film under the color layers so prints stay opaque on dark and colored garments.

Does it work on dark shirts?

Yes. That is its main job. The white base is what lets a DTF transfer show bright color on black and dark fabrics.

Do I need to shake it before use?

Yes. White pigment settles, so shake the bottle and keep the white channel circulating before printing.

Will it clog my printhead?

White ink is the most clog-prone channel in any DTF printer. Print regularly and run maintenance cycles to keep it flowing.

Is it compatible with standard DTF film and powder?

Yes. It is made for the standard DTF process: print on film, apply adhesive powder, cure, then press.

Where is the DTF White Ink cheapest?

At DTF Printer USA, for $33.55, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the DTF White Ink?

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 19 ratings.

DTF White Ink

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What reviewers say

4.8 / 519 ratings

Buyers rate it 4.8 out of 5 and mostly praise the opacity of the white base and how well it mixes. Complaints center on the usual white-ink upkeep: settling and clogging when the printer idles.

What people mention

OpacityPraisedBuyers say the white lays down dense and covers dark fabric well.
MixingPraisedOwners report it shakes and mixes back into a smooth ink without lumps.
SettlingCriticisedThe pigment settles, so it needs shaking before each use.
CloggingCriticisedWhite ink can clog the printhead when the printer sits idle.

About the DTF White Ink

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